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Palawan is a real standout in the Philippines, with its clear lagoons and striking karst mountains.The island’s isolatio...
13/01/2025

Palawan is a real standout in the Philippines, with its clear lagoons and striking karst mountains.

The island’s isolation has led to a unique mix of wildlife, both on land and underwater, with Coron and El Nido being the top spots for diving.

Palawan is one of the islands featured in our Rough Guide to the 100 Best Islands. To check out the other 99, head to our shop: https://bit.ly/3PlLKAD

You might recognize Salzburg: The Sound of Music was filmed here in 1964, though interestingly, most Austrians have neve...
12/01/2025

You might recognize Salzburg: The Sound of Music was filmed here in 1964, though interestingly, most Austrians have never seen the movie! The film isn't nearly as popular in Austria as it is internationally.

There's plenty to see here besides movie backdrops, from Mozart's birthplace to Europe's largest intact medieval fortress.

Want to see for yourself? Check out our newly republished Mini Rough Guide to Salzburg: https://bit.ly/3PpaJmO

Philae Island is located on the Nile, just south of Aswan. It's home to the impressive Temple of Isis, which was built b...
04/01/2025

Philae Island is located on the Nile, just south of Aswan. It's home to the impressive Temple of Isis, which was built by the Ancient Egyptians. In the 1970s, UNESCO relocated the temple to Agilkia Island to protect it from the rising waters of the Aswan Dam.

A boat ride to Agilkia is the perfect way to take in the view – the temple reflects beautifully in the calm water as you approach.

Philae is just one of 100 incredible islands featured in the Rough Guide to the 100 Best Islands in the World: https://bit.ly/3PlLKAD

Have you explored Bangkok? Here are some of our favorite spots:1️⃣ Charoenkrung Road: Walk down Bangkok's oldest street,...
03/01/2025

Have you explored Bangkok? Here are some of our favorite spots:

1️⃣ Charoenkrung Road: Walk down Bangkok's oldest street, dating back to 1864, and get a rare look at Thailand's first modern paved road.

2️⃣ Wat Mahathat: The heart of Bangkok’s spirituality, home to a prestigious Buddhist university and centuries-old meditation traditions.

3️⃣ Street food: The sidewalks of Bangkok turn into unforgettable feasts.

4️⃣ Wat Pho: Home to the giant reclining Buddha, an incredible 46-meter golden masterpiece of Thai craftsmanship.

5️⃣ Temple guardians: Fierce and stunning, these demon protectors guard Thailand’s most sacred temple, blending Hindu and Buddhist mythology.

Ready to see it for yourself? Check out our trip plan gallery: https://bit.ly/4gc2IgJ

The results are in! 🎉Our annual list of the best places to visit in 2025 is live! 🌍 We've rounded up 25 top destinations...
01/01/2025

The results are in! 🎉
Our annual list of the best places to visit in 2025 is live! 🌍 We've rounded up 25 top destinations, curated by Rough Guides writers and editors who've spent the year researching the world's most exciting spots.

Pictured here:
1️⃣ Caldera de Taburiente National Park, La Palma
2️⃣ Niokolo Koba National Park, Senegal
3️⃣ Manarola, Cinque Terre, Italy
4️⃣ Yosemite National Park, California
5️⃣ Pu Luong, Vietnam
6️⃣ Skara Brae, Orkney, Scotland
7️⃣ Nicolosi, Sicily

Want to see the full list? Head to our site: https://bit.ly/41R7f3J

Travel’s magic isn’t just in the big moments—it’s in the small, unexpected ones too.To celebrate the new year, we've com...
31/12/2024

Travel’s magic isn’t just in the big moments—it’s in the small, unexpected ones too.

To celebrate the new year, we've compiled a list of 25 ways to find joy in your travels this year. These stories come from Rough Guides’ readers, writers, and editors. ✨

Pictured here:
- The bonus blessings of belated trips (in Madagascar)
- Transforming setbacks into special moments (in Jamaica)
- The joy of being kind to strangers (in Norfolk)
- When low expectations are blown sky high (in the Smoky Mountains)
- Close encounters of the feline kind (in Sri Lanka)
- Bumping into old friends (in Berlin)
- Cliché busting flea market finds (in Geneva)

Ready for more? Read the full list and the full stories that remind us why travel is so important 🌍https://bit.ly/40aPQ4Q

Cambodians use two calendars simultaneously: the international calendar for business, and the traditional Khmer calendar...
30/12/2024

Cambodians use two calendars simultaneously: the international calendar for business, and the traditional Khmer calendar, which places us in the year 2567 right now.

This difference arises because the Khmer calendar starts from the year of the Buddha's enlightenment.
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The Khmer New Year (Chaul Chnam Thmey) typically takes place from April 13th to 15th.

Ready to explore Cambodia? Check out our trip idea gallery: https://bit.ly/4gc2IgJ

Iceland adds about 2 cm of new land each year—thanks to volcanic activity. Imagine watching the Earth grow right before ...
29/12/2024

Iceland adds about 2 cm of new land each year—thanks to volcanic activity.

Imagine watching the Earth grow right before your eyes! 🌍

Sitting on the divide between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, you can even snorkel or dive between them at Silfra Fissure. The water in Silfra is exceptionally clear, offering visibility of over 100 meters, and remains at a constant temperature of 2°C to 4°C year-round.

Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our trip ideas gallery: https://bit.ly/4gc2IgJ

Orecchiette, meaning "little ears" in Italian, has its roots in Bari, the heart of Puglia in southern Italy.In the old t...
27/12/2024

Orecchiette, meaning "little ears" in Italian, has its roots in Bari, the heart of Puglia in southern Italy.

In the old town of Bari Vecchia, Via dell'Arco Basso—nicknamed Via delle Orecchiette—is known for its local women shaping orecchiette outside their homes.

Using techniques passed down through generations, these women press small pieces of dough with their thumbs to create the pasta’s signature concave shape.

Dreaming of Italy? Our tailor-made trips can bring you here—and beyond. 🌍 https://bit.ly/3MbKRJT

Jeju Island 💫 A slice of paradise off South Korea’s coast.Home to the iconic peak of Mt. Hallasan and to white-sand beac...
26/12/2024

Jeju Island 💫

A slice of paradise off South Korea’s coast.Home to the iconic peak of Mt. Hallasan and to white-sand beaches like Jungmun Saekdal.

While here, don’t miss the legendary Jeju Black pig or the juiciest tangerine grown in volcanic soil.

One of 100 of our Rough Guide to the 100 Best Islands in the World: https://bit.ly/3ZQZ4C0

Ninh Binh’s limestone cliffs and winding rivers give it the nickname ‘Ha Long Bay on land.’ 🌿 It was also Vietnam’s anci...
25/12/2024

Ninh Binh’s limestone cliffs and winding rivers give it the nickname ‘Ha Long Bay on land.’ 🌿

It was also Vietnam’s ancient capital during the Dinh and Le dynasties (968-1009 CE), and you can still visit the old emperor’s temples.

Add Ninh Binh to your tailor made trip itinerary. Our trips are designed by locals who know the ins and outs of the area: https://bit.ly/3MbKRJT

Looking for festive fun in Solihull this winter? 🎄✨From duckpin bowling at Spinners to exploring classic motorcycles at ...
23/12/2024

Looking for festive fun in Solihull this winter? 🎄✨
From duckpin bowling at Spinners to exploring classic motorcycles at the National Motorcycle Museum, Solihull is packed with ways to make the season special.
Get moving with pre-Christmas workouts at Flash Climbing Centre, explore cozy, creative play at Mini Mugs Play Village, or take a festive stroll through The Core and local parks.
And that’s just the start! 🎅
Discover even more winter activities and festive inspiration in Solihull – [link in bio].

The post was made in partnership with West Midlands Growth.

Andalusia is incredibly diverse geographically. You can ski in the Sierra Nevada mountains in the morning and hit the be...
19/12/2024

Andalusia is incredibly diverse geographically.

You can ski in the Sierra Nevada mountains in the morning and hit the beach in the afternoon. The region has Europe's only true desert (Tabernas), lush wetlands in Doñana National Park, and some of Spain's most dramatic coastline.

Our tailor made trips are designed by locals with an intimate knowledge of the area. They’ll collaborate with you to curate your perfect itinerary, handling all the details so you can just enjoy.

Ready to start your dream journey? See our tailor made trips: https://bit.ly/4gc2IgJ

Off Kenya’s southern coast, Wasini is a quiet, car-free island. Its southern reefs shimmer with coral, turtles, and dolp...
19/12/2024

Off Kenya’s southern coast, Wasini is a quiet, car-free island. Its southern reefs shimmer with coral, turtles, and dolphins.

On land, you'll find mangroves, coastal forests, and a fossilized coral garden cared for by the Wasini Women’s Group.

One of one hundred from our Rough Guide to the 100 Best Islands in the World : https://bit.ly/4gtEmi9

Some of our favorite places in Peru:📍 Slide 1: Cordillera BlancaThis mountain range has the world’s largest concentratio...
17/12/2024

Some of our favorite places in Peru:

📍 Slide 1: Cordillera Blanca
This mountain range has the world’s largest concentration of tropical glaciers, with over 700 ice masses and 260 glacial lakes.

📍 Slides 2/3: Humantay Lake
At 13,779 feet in the Andes, Humantay Lake gets its bright turquoise color from glacial meltwater mixing with finely ground rock particles (called glacial flour).

📍 Slide 4: Ollantaytambo
In the Sacred Valley, the Incas moved massive 50-ton stones and fit them so precisely you can’t even slide a credit card between them.

Looking for more inspiration? See our trip ideas gallery for even more great spots: https://bit.ly/4gc2IgJ

Brazil’s landscapes are something else. Here are two of our favorites:Slide 1: Itaimbezinho Canyon, Rio Grande do SulA d...
15/12/2024

Brazil’s landscapes are something else. Here are two of our favorites:

Slide 1: Itaimbezinho Canyon, Rio Grande do Sul
A deep canyon surrounded by mist and tall Araucaria pines. Its name means “sharp rock” in Tupi-Guarani.

Slide 2: Morro do Capão, Chapada Diamantina, Bahia
This peak overlooks Capão Valley, once the heart of Brazil’s diamond rush. The quartzite cliffs catch the light at sunrise.

Ready to take a trip designed by a local? Our tailor-made trips are designed by local experts who know the ins and outs of the area, and are completely customizable: https://bit.ly/4gc2IgJ

Socotra Island, adrift in the Indian Ocean, is one of the most unique places on Earth. 🌍 With its bizarre plant life—lik...
12/12/2024

Socotra Island, adrift in the Indian Ocean, is one of the most unique places on Earth. 🌍

With its bizarre plant life—like the famous dragon’s blood tree, which secretes a red sap used in Roman times—this secluded island feels like another world.

Ready to discover more hidden islands? Check out The Rough Guide to the 100 Best Islands in the World: https://bit.ly/4gtEmi9

Spain is home to 49 UNESCO World Heritage sites, making it second only to Italy. Did you know it’s also home to the worl...
12/12/2024

Spain is home to 49 UNESCO World Heritage sites, making it second only to Italy.

Did you know it’s also home to the world’s oldest restaurant, Botín, which has been serving since 1725? And that Spain is the only European country that grows bananas? There’s always more to discover here.

How to make the most of your time in Spain? See our expert Spain itineraries: https://bit.ly/3VA7IUg

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🇪🇸 Madrid
🎨 Dalí Museum, Figueres

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